Skook News Obituaries: December 17th, 2024
Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area.
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Born in Lebanon on August 23, 1938, he was the son of the late Mary (Monahan) and Charles W. Strause.
Charlie was the husband of Marie J. (Kruppenbach) Strause to whom he was married 17 years.
He attended Pottsville Area High School.
Known as "Gunny" to many, Charlie served 20 years in the United States Marine Corps as a Gunnery Sergeant. A proud veteran, he was a life member of VFW Post 3432, Pine Grove, a chartered life member of Marine Corps Association and life member of 2nd & 3rd Marine Division Association, a life member and past State Commandant of Marine Corps League Det. 626, and a member of American Legion Post 286, Cressona.
Charlie was also a member of Schuylkill Lodge #138, Orwigsburg and Rajah Temple, Reading.
He retired as a Security Chief for the Department of Public Welfare.
Charlie attended Host Church, Bernville.
In addition to his wife, Charlie is survived by a son, Michael Strause (Brenda) of Rock; daughter, Katherine Wilding of CT; sister, Charlotte Stoudt of Orwigsburg; sister-in-law, Sherry Strause of Hegins; and brother-in-law, Robert McDonald of Orwigsburg. He is also survived by grandchildren, Erin, Amber (Dustin), Hunter, Tyler, Tayler, and Carter; great grandchildren, Wyatte and Paizley; and several nieces and nephews. During retirement, Charlie's greatest joy was traveling to watch his grandchildren's sporting events.
In addition to his parents, Charlie is preceded in death by his first wife, Dorothy Strause; sisters, Rita, Mary, and Janet; brothers, Eddy, William, Al, and Lamar; and stepson, Ashley Shuey.
A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, December 24th at Ebling Stabingas Funeral Home in Cressona with Pastor Phil Thomas officiating. A viewing will be held at 10:00 AM until the time of the service.
Interment with military honors will follow at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Anville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Coal Cracker Detachment, 139 S 2nd St. Saint Clair, PA 17970 or Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516.
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Jean was born in Shenandoah on June 20, 1933 ,she was the daughter of the alter John and Anna Volosky Monlish.
A lifelong devout catholic, she was a member of the Sacred Heart Church in Manville, NJ.
Jean was very family oriented, loved spending time with her family, and was proud to watch her children grow into adults.
She was an excellent baker and her apple upside down cake was a favorite of family and friends. Jean enjoyed taking day trips shopping and attending religious festivals and events.
In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by a son, Alan Paskiewicz and a sister Ann Haas.
Surviving two sons - James of Easton and Michael of Manville NJ and her daughter Joan Bryan of Piscataway NJ. One brother Daniel Monlish and wife Diane of Shenandoah and a sister Dorothy Goetz Pottsville also survive along with 2 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews cousins and friends.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Shenandoah at the Divine Mercy Parish, followed by burial at St. Stephen's Cemetery in Shenandoah Heights at a date and time which will be announced in the near future.
The Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, 132 South Jardin Street, Shenandoah, is assisting Jean's family during their time of need.
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He was born on Sunday, November 4, 1928, in Hubley Twp, a son of the late Harvey Troup and the late Mabel M (Smeltz) Troup.
He was a 1946 graduate of the former Hegins Twp High School.
Wayne was a coal miner and then drove coal truck prior to his retirement.
He was a member of St. John's "Kimmel's" Church, Ashland.
Wayne enjoyed watching auto racing.
His wife, Annetta G (Wedde) Troup, passed away on December 28, 2023. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Harold L Troup.
He is survived by a sister in law, Margaret J Mitchell and her husband Edward of Barry Township; a nephew, Len H Troup and his wife Susan of Valley View; and several other nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Inc, Valley View, on Monday, December 23, 2024, at 11:00 am, with Rev. Bonnie Yeager officiating.
A viewing will be held from 10:00 am to 11:00 am on Monday at the funeral home.
Burial will be in St. John's "Kimmel's" Cemetery, Barry Township.
Memorial contributions can be made to St. John's "Kimmel's" Church, 1263 Deep Creek Road, Ashland PA 17921.
Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Inc., Valley View, is in charge of arrangements.
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Born January 12, 1932, in Pottsville, PA, Norman was the son of the late Frederick and Louise (Kopp) Leibel. He was a graduate of Pottsville High School, Class of 1949, and later took various courses through Penn State University.
Norman had several jobs throughout his life. After working at Sears from 1948 through 1953, he was drafted into the Army and served two years where he was assigned to battalion supply at Fort Bragg during the Korean War. After mustering out of the Army, he returned to work at Sears for a few years. In 1957 he began working at the Anthracite Research Center, where he remained until 1966, when he started working at the Aberdeen Proving Ground. He began as a GS-9 and worked up to a GS-12 before leaving in 1980. From 1981 until his retirement in 2000, he worked at AAI and similar corporations.
His inspiration was his father who had only a 6th grade education yet had acquired several skills, such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry and general maintenance, skills that he then taught to his three sons.
Norman was a caring man who was dedicated to his family, friends, and community. He enjoyed sharing all the lake region had to offer with them. He was adventurous and loved to travel and experience new things. He had a strong work ethic and kept himself busy fixing or improving things and helping others do the same. His ingenuity in problem solving continuously impressed everyone. He was also known for his sense of humor and ability to be outspoken. He left a lasting impression on all those who knew him and will be remembered fondly.
Norman was preceded in death by his son, Kevin Frederick Leibel, in 2003, and two brothers, Herman and Carl Leibel.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter: Kimberly Vogt and her husband Kristopher of Paupack; his beloved granddaughter: Caitlin Vogt; and several nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank all of the friends, neighbors, relatives, and caregivers that supported Norman throughout his final years.
Visitation will be Wednesday, December 18, from 4 PM to 7 PM at Teeters' Funeral Chapel, 505 Church St, Hawley, PA. There will be a funeral mass on Thursday, December 19, at 10:00 AM at BVM Queen Of Peace Roman Catholic Church, 314 Chestnut Ave, Hawley, celebrated by Rev. Richard W. Beck, Pastor.
There will be an additional visitation held on Friday, December 20, from 11 AM to 12 Noon at Grabowski Funeral Home, 75 Memorial Drive, Schuylkill Haven, followed by interment in Schuylkill Memorial Park.
Memorials may be made to Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research at michaeljfox.org.
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Melvin Martin, 75, of Frackville, passed away Sunday December 15, 2024 at Penn State Hershey Medical Center.
Born in Fountain Springs, May 29, 1949, He was a son of the late Joseph and Anna (Pribulick) Martin.
Melvin was a 1969 graduate of North Schuylkill High School. He was employed for 30 years for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania at various State General Hospitals and Military Affairs.
Mel was a member of Holy Ascension Orthodox Church, Frackville; Life Member of Altamont Fire Company; Friendship Fire Co; Amvets Post 180 where he served as Dipper; St Francis Social Club, Shamokin; Shamokin Moose lodge 1149 and PA Member Retired Employee Association.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 Brothers Very Rev. Joseph Martin and Frederick Martin.
Surviving are his fiance of Marilyn Connell of Girardville; 2 brothers David Martin and his wife Cheryl of Harrisburg; Paul “Pepper” Martin of Frackville; 2 Sisters-in-law Matushka Gloria Martin & Carol Martin; Nieces, Nephews; Great Nieces, Nephews and a Great-great Nephew.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:00AM Friday December 20, 2024 at Holy Ascension Orthodox Church, 209 S. Lehigh Ave. Frackville, PA 17931. Rev. Kirill Zawatski will be officiating; Friends may call from 5:00- 7:00 PM Thursday when Panachida will be celebrated and 9:00-10:00 AM Friday at the church. In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Holy Ascension Memorial Fund at the above address or St. Tikhon’s Seminary PO Box 130, South Canaan, PA 18459for the Joseph and Anna Martin Scholarship Fund. Burial will be in Holy Ascension Cemetery, Frackville.
Born in Fountain Springs, May 29, 1949, He was a son of the late Joseph and Anna (Pribulick) Martin.
Melvin was a 1969 graduate of North Schuylkill High School. He was employed for 30 years for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania at various State General Hospitals and Military Affairs.
Mel was a member of Holy Ascension Orthodox Church, Frackville; Life Member of Altamont Fire Company; Friendship Fire Co; Amvets Post 180 where he served as Dipper; St Francis Social Club, Shamokin; Shamokin Moose lodge 1149 and PA Member Retired Employee Association.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 Brothers Very Rev. Joseph Martin and Frederick Martin.
Surviving are his fiance of Marilyn Connell of Girardville; 2 brothers David Martin and his wife Cheryl of Harrisburg; Paul “Pepper” Martin of Frackville; 2 Sisters-in-law Matushka Gloria Martin & Carol Martin; Nieces, Nephews; Great Nieces, Nephews and a Great-great Nephew.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:00AM Friday December 20, 2024 at Holy Ascension Orthodox Church, 209 S. Lehigh Ave. Frackville, PA 17931. Rev. Kirill Zawatski will be officiating; Friends may call from 5:00- 7:00 PM Thursday when Panachida will be celebrated and 9:00-10:00 AM Friday at the church. In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Holy Ascension Memorial Fund at the above address or St. Tikhon’s Seminary PO Box 130, South Canaan, PA 18459for the Joseph and Anna Martin Scholarship Fund. Burial will be in Holy Ascension Cemetery, Frackville.
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